List of game show hosts
This is a list of game show hosts. A game show host is a profession involving the hosting of game shows. Game shows usually range from a half hour to an hour long and involve a prize. Game shows are not the same as reality competitions which span through weeks (i.e. American Idol, Survivor, etc.)
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Willie Aames | United States | The Krypton Factor (1990–91) |
Mike Adamle | United States | American Gladiators (1989–96) |
Jason Agnew | Canada | PopQ (2007), Brain Battle (2007), Sunday Morning Trivia (2010), Splatalot (2011), Door To Door (2012) |
Ogie Alcasid | Philippines | Game Na, Game Na! (1994–96), Family Feud (2001–02), Da Big Show (2008), Hole in the Wall (2009) |
Robert Alda | United States | Personality Puzzle (1953), What's Your Bid? (1953), Can Do (1956) |
Archie Alemania | Philippines | Mysmatch (2008) |
John Ales | United States | Lip Service (1993–94) |
Ben Alexander | United States | Party Time at Club Roma (1950–51), About Faces (1960–61) |
Heather Alexander | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1995–96) |
Fred Allen | United States | Judge for Yourself (1953–54) |
Steve Allen | United States | I've Got a Secret (1964–67) |
Bree Amer | Australia | Friday Night Games (2006) |
Morey Amsterdam | United States | Battle of the Ages (1952) |
Bill Anderson | United States | The Better Sex (1977–78), Fandango (1983–89) |
Clive Anderson | United Kingdom | If I Ruled the World (1998–99), Mastermind (2001) |
John Anderson | United States | Wipeout (2008–present) |
Louie Anderson | United States | Family Feud (1999–2002) |
Eamonn Andrews | United Kingdom | What's My Line? (1951–62) |
Ralph Andrews | United States | Lingo (1988) |
Thea Andrews | Canada | Cooking For Love |
Kris Aquino | Philippines | Pilipinas, Game KNB? (2001–07), Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (2006–09), Wheel of Fortune (2008), Pinoy Bingo Night (2009–present) |
Bill Armstrong | United States | Liar's Club (1976–77) |
DJ Laila Asis | Philippines | Games Uplate Live (2008–09) |
Dave Attell | United States | The Gong Show with Dave Attell (2008) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Mel B | United States | The Singing Office (2008) |
Dirk Bach | Germany | Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus! (German version), Frei Schnauze |
Amitabh Bachchan | India | Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000–02), (2005) |
David Baddiel | United Kingdom | The Book Quiz (2007) |
Ben Bailey | United States | Cash Cab (2005–12), Who's Still Standing? (2011–12) |
Jack Bailey | United States | Truth or Consequences (1954–56), Queen for a Day (1956–64) |
George Balcan | Canada | It's Your Move (1974–75) |
Hugo Egon Balder | Germany | Genial daneben |
Brent Bambury | Canada | Test the Nation (2007–08) |
Tony Barber | Australia | Family Feud (1977–80), Sale of the Century (1980–91), Jeopardy! (1992), Wheel of Fortune (1996) |
Bob Barker | United States | Truth or Consequences (1956–74), Family Game (1967), The Price Is Right (1972–2007) |
Sue Barker | United Kingdom | A Question of Sport (1997–present) |
Gretchen Barretto | Philippines | You & Me Against the World (2008) |
Alex Barris | Canada | Front Page Challenge (1957), One of a Kind (1958–59) |
Chuck Barris | United States | The Gong Show (1976–80) |
Jack Barry | United States | Juvenile Jury (1947–56 & 1970–71), Life Begins at Eighty (1950–1956), Twenty-One (1956–58), Tic-Tac-Dough (1956), Concentration (1958), The Generation Gap (1969), The Joker's Wild (1972–75 & 1977–84), Break the Bank (1976–77) |
Michael Barrymore | United Kingdom | Strike It Lucky (1986–99), My Kind of Music (1998–2002) |
Jon Bauman | United States | The Pop 'N Rocker Game (1983), Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour (co-hosted with Gene Rayburn) (1982–83), Karaoke Showcase (circa 1986–87) |
Chip Beall | United States | Whiz Quiz, Texaco Star Academic Championship, Texaco Star National Academic Championship |
Paolo Bediones | Philippines | Digital LG Quiz (1999–2004), Tok! Tok! Tok! Isang Milyon Pasok! (2007–present), Whammy! Push Your Luck (2007–present) |
Bill Bellamy | United States | Last Comic Standing (2007–08) |
Rolf Benirschke | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1989) |
Mark Beretta | Australia | The Master (2006–07) |
Bob Bergen | United States | Jep! (1998) |
Tom Bergeron | United States | Hollywood Squares (1998–2004) |
Peter Berner | Australia | The Einstein Factor (2005–present) |
Corbin Bernsen | United States | How Much Is Enough? (2008) |
Cilla Black | United Kingdom | Blind Date (1985–2003) |
Larry Blyden | United States | Personality (1967–69), You're Putting Me On (1969), The Movie Game (1969–70), What's My Line? (1972–75) |
Bill Boggs | United States | All-Star Anything Goes (1977) |
Danny Bonaduce | United States | Starface (2006) |
Mike Bongiorno | Italy | Lascia o raddoppia? (1955–59), Campanile Sera (1959–62), Caccia al numero (1962), La Fiera dei Sogni (1962–65), Giochi in Famiglia (1966–69), Rischiatutto (1970–74), Scommettiamo? (1976–78), Lascia o raddoppia? (remake, 1979), I sogni nel cassetto (1979–80), Flash (1980–82), Bis (1981–90), Superflash (1982–85), Pentathlon (1985–87), Telemike (1987–92), Tris (1990–91), Tutti per uno (1992), La ruota della fortuna (1989–2003), Genius (2005), Il Migliore (2006–07) |
Paolo Bonolis | Italy | Ciao Darwin (1980–present) |
Elayne Boosler | United States | Balderdash (2004–05) |
Carlo Boszhard | Netherlands | Cash en Carlo (2002–05), Staatsloterij Live! |
Dominic Bowden | New Zealand | Are You Smarter Than A 10 Year Old? (2007–08) |
Jim Bowen | United Kingdom | Bullseye (1982–95) |
Lee Bowman | United States | What's Going On? (1954) |
Wayne Brady | United States | Celebrity Duets (2006), Don't Forget the Lyrics! (2007–09), Let's Make a Deal (2009–present) |
Rob Brough | Australia | Family Feud (1989–95) |
Kurt Browning | Canada | Battle of the Blades (2009–present) |
Wally Bruner | United States | What's My Line (1968–72) |
Karyn Bryant | United States | Name That Video (2001–02) |
Rob Brydon | United Kingdom | Would I Lie To You? (2009–present) |
Neil Buchanan | United Kingdom | Finder Keepers (1991–98) |
Pat Bullard | Canada / United States | Baloney (1988–89), Hold Everything! (1990), Love Connection (1998–99), Card Sharks (2001) |
Beethoven Bunagan a.k.a. Michael V. | Philippines | Ready, Txt, Go! (2002), Hole in the Wall (2009) |
Lou van Burg | Netherlands | Der goldene Schuss |
Michael Burger | United States | Family Challenge (1996), Match Game (1998) |
John Burgess | Australia | Wheel of Fortune, Burgo's Catch Phrase |
Brooke Burns | United States | Dog Eat Dog (2002–03), Hole in the Wall (2008–09), You Deserve It (2011), The Chase (2013–present) |
Gordon Burns | United Kingdom | The Krypton Factor (1977–95), A Word in Your Ear (1993–94) |
Regan Burns | United States | Oblivious (2002–04) |
Billy Bush | United States | Let's Make a Deal (2003) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Morley Callaghan | Canada | Detective Quiz (1952), Crossword Quiz (1953) |
Nicky Campbell | United Kingdom | Wheel of Fortune (1988–96) |
Blaine Capatch | United States | Beat the Geeks (2002) |
Al Capp | United States | Anyone Can Win (1953) |
Rudi Carell | Netherlands | Am laufenden Band |
Drew Carey | United States | Power Of 10 (2007–08), The Price Is Right (2007–present) |
Jimmy Carr | United Kingdom / United States | Your Face or Mine? (2002–03), Distraction (2003–04, UK; 2005–06, USA), 8 out of 10 Cats (2005–present) |
Michael Carrington | United States | Think Fast! (1989) |
Jasper Carrot | United Kingdom | Golden Balls (2007–2009) |
Johnny Carson | United States | Earn Your Vacation (1954), Who Do You Trust? (1957–62) |
Marion Caunter | Malaysia | One in a Million (2006–08) |
Dick Cavett | United States | College Bowl (1987) |
Jimmy Cefalo | United States | Trump Card (1990–91), Sports Snapshot! (1993) |
John Cervenka (as Burt Luddin) | United States | Burt Luddin's Love Buffet (1998) |
Keith Chegwin | United Kingdom | Keith Chegwin's Naked Jungle (2000) |
Carol Cheng | Hong Kong | The Weakest Link (2001–02) |
Danny Lee Clark | United States | American Gladiators (1995–96) |
Dick Clark | United States | The Object Is (1963), Missing Links (1964), The $10,000/$20,000/$25,000/$50,000/$100,000 Pyramid (1973–80, 1981 & 1982–89), The Krypton Factor (1981), The Challengers (1990–91), Scattergories (1993), It Takes Two (1997), Winning Lines (2000) |
Jack Clark | United States | 100 Grand (1963), Dealer's Choice (1974–75), The Cross-Wits (1975–80) |
Bob Clayton | United States | Make A Face (1961–62), Concentration (1969–73) |
Nick Clooney | United States | The Money Maze (1974–75) |
Mark Cohen | United States | Make Me Laugh (1998) |
Nathan Cohen | Canada | Fighting Words (1953–62, 1970) |
Paul Coia | United Kingdom | Catchword (1988–95) |
Jennifer Cole | United States | Sex Wars (2000–01) |
Jonathan Coleman | Australia, United Kingdom | Have a Go, Blind Taste (1997) |
Bud Collyer | United States | Winner Take All (1948–50), Beat the Clock (1950–61), On Your Way (1953–54), Feather Your Nest (1954–56), To Tell the Truth (1956–68), Number Please (1961) |
Ray Combs | United States | Family Feud/The New Family Feud Challenge (1988–94), Family Challenge (1995–96) |
Frank Conniff | United States | Are You Positive (1952) |
Jim Conroy (as Ruff Ruffman) | United States | Fetch! with Ruff Ruffman (2006–10) |
Bert Convy | United States | Tattletales (1974–78 & 1982–85), Super Password (1984–89), Win, Lose or Draw (1987–89), 3rd Degree (1989–90) |
Anderson Cooper | United States | The Mole (2001–02) |
Ronnie Corbett | United Kingdom | Small Talk (1994–96) |
Anna Coren | Australia | Australia's Brainiest Kid (2004) |
Bill Cosby | United States | You Bet Your Life (1992–93) |
Gavin Crawford | Canada | How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (Canada) (2008) |
Terry Crews | United States | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2014–present) |
Neil Crone | Canada | Wild Guess (1988) |
Leslie Crowther | United Kingdom | The Price Is Right (1984–88), Stars in Their Eyes (1990–92) |
Timmy Cruz | Philippines | Philippine Lottery Draw |
Larry Csonka | United States | American Gladiators (1990–93) |
Bill Cullen | United States | Act It Out (1949), Winner Take All (1952), Bank on the Stars (1954), The Price Is Right (1956–65), Eye Guess (1966–69), Three on a Match (1971–74), Winning Streak (1974–75), The $25,000 Pyramid (1974–79), Pass the Buck (1978), Blockbusters (1980–82), Child's Play (1982–83), Hot Potato (1984), The Joker's Wild (1984–86) |
Randall Cunningham | United States | Scramble (1993-1994) |
Mark Curry | United States | Don't Forget Your Toothbrush (2000) |
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Roy Ward Dickson Canadian game show host and creator of Mr. and Mrs.
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Ray D'Arcy | Ireland | 2Phat, Blackboard Jungle, Test the Nation, You're a Star |
John Charles Daly | United States | What's My Line? (1950–67) |
Dingdong Dantes | Philippines | Family Feud |
Mike Darrow | Canada / United States | Dream House (1968–70), Going Places (1973–80), The $128,000 Question (1976–77), Opposite, Opposite Sexes (1976–77), Bluff (1976–77), Jackpot (1985–88) |
Doug Davidson | United States | The New Price Is Right (1994–1995) |
John Davidson | United States | Time Machine (1985), Hollywood Squares (1986–89), The $100,000 Pyramid (1990–91) |
DeRay Davis | United States | Mind of a Man (2014–present) |
Fred Davis | Canada | Front Page Challenge (1957–95) |
Warren Davis | Canada | Reach for the Top (1965–66) |
Richard Dawson | United Kingdom / United States | Masquerade Party (1974–75), Family Feud (1976–85 & 1994–95) |
Christopher de Leon | Philippines | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2000–03) |
Joey de Leon | Philippines | Eat Bulaga! |
Angus Deayton | United Kingdom | Have I Got News for You (1990–present), Bognor or Bust (2004), Would I Lie To You? (2007–2008) |
John Deeks | Australia | Family Feud (1996) |
Cat Deeley | United Kingdom / United States | 20Q (2009), The Choice (2012) |
Simon Deering | Australia | The Up-Late Game Show (2005) |
Les Dennis | United Kingdom | Family Fortunes (1987–2002), Classic Comeback |
Roy Ward Dickson | Canada | The Quizz Club (1936), Fun Parade (1939), Take a Chance! (1939, radio), What d'You Know? (1953), P.M. (1953), Bonanza (1953), Turnabout (1953), Claim to Fame (1953), $1000 Word (1958), Full House (1959), Think of a Word, Abracadabra (1959), Try for Ten! (1960), Take a Chance! (1960 TV), Mr. and Mrs. (1963) |
Hugh Downs | United States | Concentration (1958–69) |
Al Dubois | Canada | Bumper Stumpers (1987–90). Whiz Kids (1990–91) |
Patrick Duffy | United States | Bingo America (2008) |
Sharon Dunn | Canada | Reach for the Top (1984) |
Jamie Durie | Australia | Backyard Blitz (2000–07), The Block (2003–04) |
Bil Dwyer | United States | Dirty Rotten Cheater (2003), Extreme Dodgeball (2004–05), I've Got a Secret (2006–present) |
Bob Dyer | Australia | Pick a Box (1948–57, radio), (1957–71, TV) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Eden Gaha | Australia | Vidiot (1991–93) |
Dan Gallagher | Canada | Test Pattern (1989–91) |
Joe Garagiola | United States | He Said, She Said (1968–69), Memory Game (1971). Sale of the Century (1971–73), To Tell the Truth (1977), Strike It Rich (1986) |
Ralph Garman | United States | The Joe Schmo Show (2003), Joe Schmo 2 (2004) |
Boboy Garovillo | Philippines | Islands Gamemasters (1990–92) |
Bamber Gascoigne | United Kingdom | University Challenge, Connoisseur |
Janno Gibbs | Philippines | Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5? (2007–present) |
Jackie Gleason | United States | You're in the Picture (1961) |
Ben Gleib | United States | Idiotest (2014–present) |
Bob Goen | United States | Perfect Match (1986), Blackout (1988), Wheel of Fortune (1989–91), That's the Question (2006) |
Mike Goldman | Australia | Big Brother Up-Late, Friday Night Games (2006) |
Richard Gomez | Philippines | Family Feud (2008–10) |
Mark Goodman | United States | Illinois Instant Riches (1994–98), Illinois Luckiest (1998–2000) |
Mark-Paul Gosselaar | United States | Brains & Brawn (1993) |
Thomas Gottschalk | Germany | Wetten, dass..? (1987–92, 1993–2011) |
Ray Goulding | United States | The Name's the Same (1955) |
Ben Grauer | United States | Americana/Ben Grauer's Americana Quiz (1947–49), Look Ma, I'm Acting/Act It Out/Say It with Acting (1949–50 & 1951), What Happened? (1952) |
Barry Gray | United States | Winner Take All (1951) |
George Gray | United States | Extreme Gong (1998), The Weakest Link (2002–03) |
Hughie Green | United Kingdom | Double Your Money (1955–68) |
Mike Greenberg | United States | Duel (2007–08) |
Adam Growe | Canada | Cash Cab (2008–present) |
Bill Guest | Canada | Reach for the Top (1969–85), Beyond Reason (1977–78) |
Rob Guest | Australia | Man O Man (1994) |
Jason Gunn | New Zealand | The Rich List (2007–present), Wheel of Fortune (2008–09) |
Mohan "Mo Twister" Gumatay | Philippines | Kabarkada, Break the Bank (2007–present) |
Peter Gzowski | Canada | Fighting Words (1982) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Buddy Hackett | United States | You Bet Your Life (1980) |
Monty Hall | Canada | Video Village/Video Village Junior (1961–62), Let's Make a Deal (1963–76, 1980, 1984–85 & 1990–91), It's Anybody's Guess (1977), Beat the Clock (1979–80), The Joke's on Us (1983–84), Split Second (1986–87) |
Alan Hamel | Canada | Anniversary Game (1969–70) |
David Hamilton | United Kingdom | All Clued Up (1988–91) |
Nick Hancock | United Kingdom | They Think It's All Over (1995–2004) |
Chris Hardwick | United States | Trashed (1994), Singled Out (1995–98) |
Jason Harris | United States | Double Dare 2000 (2000–01) |
Ralph Harris | United States | Contraption (2008–09) |
Chris Harrison | United States | Mall Masters (2001), You Deserve It (2011) |
Don Harron | Canada | Anything You Can Do (1972–74) |
Moss Hart | United States | Answer Yes or No (1950) |
Steve Harvey | United States | Family Feud (2010–present) |
Andrew Harwood | Australia | It's Academic (1971–79) |
Julie Hayek | United States | Break the Bank (1985–86) |
Peter Lind Hayes | United States | Alumni Fun (1964, 1965 & 1966) |
John Henson | United States | Wipeout (2008–present) |
Adam Hills | Australia | Spicks and Specks (2005–present) |
Hulk Hogan | United States | American Gladiators (2008) |
Jools Holland | United Kingdom | Juke Box Jury (1989–90) |
Eamonn Holmes | United Kingdom / United States | Jet Set (2001–07) The Rich List (2006) |
Bob Holness | South Africa | Call My Bluff (1996–2003), Raise the Roof (1995–96) |
Mike Hosking | New Zealand | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2008) |
John Humphrys | United Kingdom | Mastermind (2011–12) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Krzysztof Ibisz | Poland | Rosyjska Ruletka (2003–04), Gra W Ciemno (2005–07) |
Arnell Ignacio | Philippines | GoBingo (1996–98, 2008), Golympics (1998–99), K! The P1 Million Videoke Challenge (2002–05), Now Na! (2006–07) |
Carrie Ann Inaba | United States | 1 vs. 100 (2010–11) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Art James | United States | Say When!! (1961–65), Temptation (1967–68), Pay Cards! (1968–69, 1981–82), It's Academic (1969–71), The Who, What, or Where Game (1969–74), The Magnificent Marble Machine (1975–76), Blank Check (1975), Catch Phrase (1985) |
Dennis James | United States | Cash and Carry (1946–47), The Name's the Same (1954–55), The Price Is Right (nighttime) (1972–77), Name That Tune (1974–75) |
Günther Jauch | Germany | Wer wird Millionär? (1999–present) |
Chris Jericho[1] | United States | Downfall (2010) |
Penn Jillette | United States | Identity (2006–07) |
Jaymee Joaquin | Philippines | Games Uplate Live (2006–08) |
Arte Johnson | United States | Knockout (1977–78) |
Tony Johnston | Australia | My Generation, Time Masters, Wipeout (1999–2000) |
The Amazing Jonathan | United States | Ruckus (1991–1992) |
Charlie Jones | United States | Almost Anything Goes (1975–76), Pro-Fan (1977) |
Steve Jones | United Kingdom | The Pyramid Game (1984–1990) |
Ulrika Jonsson | United Kingdom | Dog Eat Dog (2001–02) |
Kimberley Joseph | Australia | Gladiators (1995–96) |
Elaine Joyce | United States | The All-New Dating Game (1986–88) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Richard Karn | United States | Family Feud (2002–06), Bingo America (2008–09) |
Jonathan Karsh | United States | Kid Nation (2007) |
Vernon Kay | United Kingdom & United States | Hit Me, Baby, One More Time (2005, UK and USA), All Star Family Fortunes (2006–present), Beat the Star (2008–09), Million Dollar Mind Game (2011) |
Arielle Kebbel | United States | Perfect Score (2013–present) |
Jack Kelly | United States | Sale of the Century (1969–71) |
Graham Kennedy | Australia | Blankety Blanks |
Lisa Kennedy | United States | Friend or Foe? (2002–04) |
Tom Kennedy | United States | The Big Game (1958), You Don't Say! (1963–69, 1975), Split Second (1972–75), Break the Bank (1976), $50,000 Grand Slam (1976), Name That Tune/The $100,000 Name That Tune (1974–80), Whew!/Celebrity Whew! (1979–80), Password Plus (1980–82), Body Language (1984–86), The Price Is Right (1985–86), Wordplay (1986–87) |
Kerri-Anne Kennerley | Australia | Greed (2000) |
Salman Khan | India | 10 Ka Dum (2009) |
Shahrukh Khan | India | Kaun Banega Crorepati (2007), Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? (2008) |
Pat Kiernan | United States | Studio 7 (2004), The World Series of Pop Culture (2006–07) |
Walter Kiernan | United States | Sparring Partners with Walter Kiernan (1949), What's the Story (1951–53), Who Said That? (1951–54), Who's the Boss? (1954) |
John Reed King | United States | Missus Goes A-Shopping (Radio: 1934–44, TV: 1944–49), What's My Line (Radio: 1941), Double or Nothing (Radio: 1944–45), Give and Take (Radio: 1945–53), Chance of a Lifetime (1950–52), Battle of the Ages (1952), Beat the Clock (1952) |
Ulla Kock am Brink | Germany | Minute to Win It, Die Lotto-Show, Die 100.000 Mark Show |
Ernie Kovacs | United States | Take a Good Look (1959–61) |
Gary Kroeger | United States | The Newlywed Game (1996–97), Beat The Clock (2002) |
Hans-Joachim Kulenkampff | Germany | Einer wird gewinnen |
Cedric Kyles | United States | It's Worth What? (2011), Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2013–14) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Nick Lachey | United States | The Winner Is (2013) |
Ricki Lake | United States | Gameshow Marathon (2006) |
Mark Lamarr | United Kingdom | Never Mind the Buzzcocks |
Pierre Lalonde | Canada | The Mad Dash (1978–86) |
Dylan Lane | United States | Chain Reaction (2006–07) |
Jim Lange | United States | The Dating Game/The New Dating Game (1965–74 & 1977–80), Spin-Off (1975), Give-n-Take (1975), Bullseye (1980–82), The $100,000 Name That Tune (1984–85), The $1,000,000 Chance of a Lifetime (1986–87), Triple Threat (1988–89) |
John Lapus | Philippines | Blind Item (2006) |
Vicki Lawrence | United States | Win, Lose or Draw (1987–89) |
TJ Lavin | United States | The Challenge (1998–Present) |
Greg Lee | United States | Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? (1991–96) |
Gypsy Rose Lee | United States | Think Fast (1949–50) |
Phillip Leishman | New Zealand | Wheel of Fortune (1991–96) |
Robert Lembke | Germany | Was bin ich? |
Keith Lemon | United Kingdom | Through the Keyhole (2013–present) |
John Leslie | United Kingdom | Wheel of Fortune, Scavengers |
Robert Q. Lewis | United States | The Name's the Same (1951–54), Make Me Laugh (1958) |
Bill Leyden | United States | Musical Chairs (1955), It Could Be You (1956–61), Your First Impression (1962–64), Call My Bluff (1965), Let's Face It (1967). You're Putting Me On (1969) |
Girts Licis | Latvia | The Best Friends (1998–99), Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (2007–08) |
Li Yong | People's Republic of China | Lucky 52, Super 6+1, Chinese Dream |
Art Linkletter | United States | Life With Linkletter (1950–52 & 1969–70), Art Linkletter's House Party/The Linkletter Show (1952–69), People are Funny (1954–61), The Art Linkletter Show (1963) |
Jack Linkletter | United States | Haggis Baggis (1958), The Rebus Game (1965) |
Jürgen von der Lippe | Germany | Donnerlippchen, Geld oder Liebe |
Mario López | United States | Masters of the Maze (1995), Pet Star (2002–05), America's Best Dance Crew (2008–present) |
Allen Ludden | United States | G.E. College Bowl (1959–62), Password/Password Allstars/Password Plus (1961–69, 1971-75 & 1979-80), Win With the Stars (1968–69), The Joker's Wild (1969, unaired pilot), Stumpers (1976), Liar's Club (1977) |
Des Lynam | United Kingdom | Countdown (2005–06) |
Jane Lynch | United States | Hollywood Game Night (2013–present) |
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Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
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Ron MacLean | Canada | Test the Nation (2008), Battle of the Blades (2009–present) |
Carole MacNeil | Canada | Test the Nation (2010–present) |
Jeremy Maggs | South Africa | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2000–05) |
Magnus Magnusson | United Kingdom | Mastermind |
Willie Maldonado | El Salvador | Fin de Semana (1976–2009) ¿Quién quiere ser millonario? (El Salvador) (2010–present) |
Lisa Malosky | United States | American Gladiators (1993–95) |
Howie Mandel | Canada / United States | Deal or No Deal (both network (2005–09) and syndicated (2008–10) versions), Deal or No Deal Canada (2007), 2009 Game Show Awards (2009), Take It All (2012) |
Edu Manzano | Philippines | Love Bites (1997–98), The Weakest Link (2001–02), Pilipinas, Game KNB? (2007–10), 1 vs. 100 (2007–08) |
Luis Manzano | Philippines | Panahon Ko 'to!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko (2010) Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (2012-13 & 2015-present), Minute to Win It (2013-14) |
Hal March | United States | The $64,000 Question (1955–58), What's It For? (1957–58), It's Your Bet (1969–70) |
Evan Marriott | United States | Fake-A-Date (2004) |
Pat Marsden | Canada | Educated Guess |
Peter Marshall | United States | Hollywood Squares (1966–82), Storybook Squares (1969), All-Star Blitz (1985), Yahtzee (1988), The Reel to Reel Picture Show (1998) |
Dick Martin | United States | The Cheap Show (1978), Mindreaders (1979–80) |
Wink Martindale | United States | What's This Song? (1964–65), Can You Top This? (1970), Words and Music (1970–71), Gambit/Las Vegas Gambit (1972–78 & 1980–81), The New Tic Tac Dough/Tic Tac Dough (1978–86), Headline Chasers (1985–86), The New High Rollers (1987–88), The Last Word (1989–90), Great Getaway Game (1990–91), Trivial Pursuit (1993–94), Boggle (1994), Shuffle (1994), Debt (1996–98), Instant Recall (2010) |
Buck Martinez | Canada | Knockout |
Groucho Marx | United States | You Bet Your Life (1950–61), Tell It to Groucho (1962) |
Kenny Mayne | United States | 2 Minute Drill (2000–01) |
John McCaffery | United States | Alumni Fun (1963) |
Davina McCall | United Kingdom | The Vault (2002), The Million Pound Drop Live (2010–present) |
Fiona McDonald | Australia | It's a Knockout |
John McEnroe | United States | The Chair (2002) |
Ian McFadyen | Australia | Cluedo (1992–93) |
Mark McGrath | United States | Don't Forget the Lyrics! (2010–11) |
Eddie McGuire | Australia | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (1999–2006, 2007), 1 vs. 100 (2007–08), Millionaire: Hot Seat (2009–present) |
Todd McKenney | Australia | You May Be Right (2006–present) |
Jim McKrell | United States | The Game Game (1969–70), Celebrity Sweepstakes (1974–75), Quiz Kids (1978) |
Ed McMahon | United States | Missing Links (1963–64), Snap Judgment (1967–69), Concentration (1969), Whodunnit? (1979) |
Penelope Menchaca | Mexico | 12 Corazones |
Randy Merriman | United States | The Big Payoff (1951–53) |
Wendy Mesley | Canada | Test the Nation (2007–08) |
Dennis Miller | United States | Grand Slam (2007), Amne$ia (2008) |
Larry Miller | United States | Late Night Liars (2010) |
Olivier Minne | Belgium | La Cible (2003–06) |
Vanessa Minnillo | United States | Wipeout (2011–12) |
Monta Mino | Japan | Quiz $ Millionaire (2000–present) |
David Mitchell | United Kingdom | The Bubble (2010) |
Oliver Mlakar | Croatia | Kolo sreće (1993–2002) |
Colin Mochrie | Canada | Are You Smarter Than a Canadian 5th Grader? (2007) |
Jay Mohr | United States | Lip Service (1992–93) |
Hani Mohsin | Malaysia | Roda Impian (2002–06) |
Guy Mongrain | Canada | La Poule aux oeufs d'or (1993–present) |
Bob Monkhouse | United Kingdom | Celebrity Squares, Bob's Full House, Family Fortunes, The $64,000 Question, Wipeout (1998–02), Opportunity Knocks, Bob's Your Uncle, Gagtag, The Golden Shot, Monkhouse's Memory Masters |
Cesar Montano | Philippines | The Singing Bee (2008–present) |
Derek Mooney | Ireland | Cabin Fever, Gridlock, Winning Streak |
Garry Moore | United States | I've Got a Secret (1952–64), To Tell the Truth (1969–77) |
Phil Moore | United States | Nick Arcade (1992–93) You're On! (1998–99) |
Rossi Morreale | United States | Temptation (2007–08) |
Don Morrow | United States | Camouflage (1961–62), Let's Play Post Office (1965–66) |
Terry David Mulligan | Canada | The New Quiz Kids (1978–79) |
Mike Murphy | Ireland | Mike's Mirco Quizum, Winning Streak |
Jan Murray | United States | Charge Account, Treasure Hunt (1956–59) |
N
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Marie-Ange Nardi | France | Pyramide (jeu télévisé) (2001–03), La Cible (2006–present) |
Jack Narz | United States | The Price Is Right (1957–58), Dotto (1958), Top Dollar (1958–59), Video Village (1960–61), Seven Keys (1961–64), I'll Bet (1965), Beat the Clock (1969–72), Concentration (1973–79), Now You See It (1974–75) |
Charles Nelson Reilly | United States | Sweethearts |
Jimmy Nelson | United States | Bank on the Stars (1954) |
Bert Newton | Australia | New Faces, Superquiz, Bert's Family Feud (2006) |
Todd Newton | United States | Hollywood Showdown (1999–2001), Whammy! The All-New Press Your Luck (2002–03), Family Game Night (2010–present) |
Frank Nicotero | United States | Street Smarts (2000–05) |
Graham Norton | United Kingdom | How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria? (2006) |
O
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Richard O'Brien | United Kingdom | The Crystal Maze (1990–93) |
Kevin O'Connell | United States | Go (1983–84) |
Des O'Connor | United Kingdom | Countdown (2007–08), Take Your Pick |
John O'Hurley | United States | To Tell the Truth (2000–02), Family Feud (2006–10) |
Andrew O'Keefe | Australia | Deal or No Deal (2004–present) |
Dermot O'Leary | United Kingdom | 1 vs. 100 (2007–present) |
Mike O'Malley | United States | Get the Picture (1991–93), Guts/Global Guts/Nickelodeon GUTS (1992–95) |
Ken Ober | United States | Remote Control (1987–91), Make Me Laugh (1997), Smush (2001) |
Apolo Anton Ohno | United States | Minute to Win It (2013–present) |
Fergie Olver | Canada | Just Like Mom (1980–87) |
Donny Osmond | United States / United Kingdom | Pyramid (2002–04), Donny's Pyramid Game (2007), Identity (2007) |
Gary Owens | United States | Letters to Laugh-In (1969), The Gong Show (1976–77) |
P
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Jack Paar | United States | Up to Paar (1952), Bank on the Stars (1953) |
Rustom Padilla | Philippines | Wheel of Fortune (2001–02) |
Robert Paige | United States | The Big Payoff (1957–59) |
Adrian Pang | Singapore | Deal or No Deal (2007–08) |
Benjie Paras | Philippines | Win Win Win (2007–present) |
Jim Paredes | Philippines | Islands Gamemasters (1990–92) |
Bert Parks | United States | Balance Your Budget (1952–53), The Big Payoff (1953–55) |
Steve Parr | New Zealand | Sale of the Century (1989–95) |
Stivi Paskoski (as Johnny Arcade) | United States | Video Power (2001–02) |
Joe Pasquale | United Kingdom | The Price Is Right (2006–07) |
Roderick Paulate | Philippines | Game Na, Game Na! (1994–96) |
Jeremy Paxman | United Kingdom | University Challenge (1994–present) |
Melissa Peachey | United States | PlayMania (2006–07) |
Ron Pearson | United States | Skedaddle (1988), Shopping Spree (1996–98) |
Jim Peck | United States | The Big Showdown (1974–75), Hot Seat (1976), Second Chance (1977), You Don't Say! (1978–79), Three's A Crowd (1979–80), The Joker's Wild (1981–86 as sub-host) |
Aaron Pedersen | Australia | Gladiators |
Jim Perry | Canada / United States | It's Your Move (1967), Eye Bet (1971), Headline Hunters (1972–83), Definition (1975–89), Card Sharks (1978–81), Sale of the Century (1983–89) |
Jon Pertwee | United Kingdom | Whodunnit? (1974–78) |
Melissa Peterman | United States | The Singing Bee (2009–present), Bet on Your Baby (2013–present) |
Regis Philbin | United States | The Neighbors (1975–76), Almost Anything Goes (1976), Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (1999–2002, 2009), Who Wants to Be a Super Millionaire (2004), Million Dollar Password (2008–09) |
Ed Phillips | Australia | Temptation (2005–08), Battle of the Sexes, Pot of Gold |
Jeff Phillips | Australia | My Generation |
Charlie Pickering | Australia | Cash Cab |
Hart Pomerantz | Canada | Double Up (1974) |
Michael Pope | Australia | Blockbusters (1990–93) |
Maury Povich | United States | Twenty One (2000) |
Jonathan Prince | United States | Quiz Kids Challenge (1990) |
Jeff Probst | United States | Rock & Roll Jeopardy! (1998–2001) |
Greg Proops | United States | Space Cadets (1997), VS. (1999), Rendez-View (2001) |
Dina Pugliese | Canada | Muchmusic VJ Search: The Series (2006) |
Sarah Purcell | United States | The Better Sex (1977–78) |
Q
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Allan Quilantang a.k.a. Allan K. | Philippines | Sing Galing (1999–2004), The Weakest Link (2002–03), All Star K! (2006–present) |
Rufa Mae Quinto | Philippines | Whammy! Push Your Luck (2007–08) |
R
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Bill Rafferty | United States | Every Second Counts (1984), Card Sharks (1986–87), Blockbusters (1987) |
Jaya Ramsey | Philippines | All Star K! (2006–present) |
Ahmad Rashād | United States | Caesar's Challenge (1993–94) |
Luis Raúl | Puerto Rico | Pa' Que Te Lo Goces (2006) |
Robin Ray | United Kingdom | Call My Bluff (1965–66) |
Tanika Ray as "(Cyber) Lucy" | United States | Wheel 2000 (1997–98) |
Gene Rayburn | United States | The Match Game (1962–69), Amateur's Guide to Love (1972), Match Game '73-Match Game '79/Match Game PM (1973–82), Match Game-Hollywood Squares Hour (co-hosted with Jon Bauman) (1982–83), Break the Bank (1985) |
Michael Reagan | United States | Lingo (1987–88) |
Simon Reeve | Australia | Quiz Master, It's Academic (2006) |
Marco Antonio Regil | Mexico / United States | Atinale Al Precio (1997–2000, 2010), 100 mexicanos dijeron (2001–06), Todo el mundo cree que sabe (2009–present), Minuto para Ganar (2012–present), 100 Latinos Dijeron (2013–present) |
Mike Reilly | United States | Monopoly (1990) |
Paul Reubens | United States | You Don't Know Jack (2001) |
Willie Revillame | Philippines | Puso O Pera (2004), Wowowee (2005-present) |
Alfonso Ribeiro | United States | Catch 21 (2008–11) |
Mike Richards | United States | The Pyramid (2012) |
Daniel Richler | Canada | Reach for the Top (2001–04) |
Glenn Ridge | Australia | Sale of the Century (1991–2001) |
Bobby Rivers | United States | Bedroom Buddies (1992) |
JD Roberto | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1995–96), Shop 'til You Drop (2003–05) |
Sandy Roberts | Australia | The $1,000,000 Chance of a Lifetime (2000) |
Anne Robinson | United Kingdom / United States | The Weakest Link (2000–12, UK; 2001–02, USA), Test the Nation |
Craig Robinson | United States | Last Comic Standing (2010–present) |
Robert Robinson | United Kingdom | Ask the Family (1967–84), Call My Bluff (1967–88) |
Joe Rogan | United States | Fear Factor (2001–06) |
Fred Roggin | United States | The Money List (2009) |
Al Roker | United States | Remember This? (1996–97), Celebrity Family Feud (2008) |
Laurent Romejko | France | Des chiffres et des lettres (1992–present) |
Peter Rosenberg | United States | Hip Hop Squares (2012) |
Hans Rosenthal | Germany | Dalli Dalli |
Darrin Rose | Canada | Match Game (2012–present) |
J. D. Roth | United States | Fun House (1988–91), Masters of the Maze (1994), Animal Planet Zooventure (1997), Sex Wars (2000–01), Moolah Beach (2001), Endurance (2002–present), Unan1mous (2006), Opportunity Knocks (2008) |
Richard Rubin | United States | Flor de palabra |
Adamo Ruggiero | Canada | The Next Star (2008–present) |
David Ruprecht | United States | Supermarket Sweep (1990–98, 1999–2004) |
S
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Peter Sagal | United States | Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! (1999–present) |
Bob Saget | United States | 1 vs. 100 (2006–08) |
Soupy Sales | United States | Junior Almost Anything Goes (1977) |
Pat Sajak | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1981–present), College Bowl (1984) |
Summer Sanders | United States | Figure It Out (1997–99) |
Maria Sansone | United States | Gladiators 2000 (1994–96) |
Judy Ann Santos | Philippines | Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition (2011–12), MasterChef Pinoy Edition (2012–13), Bet on Your Baby Philippines(2013–present) |
Lew Schneider | United States | Make the Grade (1989–90) |
Rick Schwartz | United States | The Chamber (2002) |
Stuart Scott | United States | Stump the Schwab (2004–06) |
Vin Scully | United States | It Takes Two (1969–70) |
Ryan Seacrest | United States | Gladiators 2000 (1994–96), Wild Animal Games (1995–96), Click (1997–99), American Juniors (2003), The Million Second Quiz (2013–) |
Rod Serling | United States | Liar's Club (1969) |
Ross Shafer | United States | Love Me, Love Me Not (1986–87) Match Game (1990–91) |
William Shatner | United States | Show Me the Money (2006) |
Ned Sherrin | United Kingdom | We Interrupt This Week (1978) |
Brad Sherwood | United States | The Dating Game (1996–97), The Big Moment (1999) |
Sherri Shepherd | United States | The Newlywed Game (2010–13) |
Kevin Shinick | United States | Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? (1996–98) |
Herb Shriner | United States | Two for the Money (1952–56) |
Wil Shriner | United States | That's My Dog (1993–94), Small Talk (1996–97) |
Ernie Sigley | Australia | Wheel of Fortune (1981–84) |
Robert Kilroy Silk | United Kingdom | Shafted (2001) |
Peter Sinclair | New Zealand | University Challenge (1977–89) |
Steve Skrovan | United States | That's My Dog (1991–92) |
Peter Snow | United Kingdom | Mastermind |
Paul Soles | Canada | Flashback (1962–63), Beyond Reason (1979-80) |
Daryl Somers | Australia | Family Feud (1980–84), Blankety Blanks (1985) |
Vic Sotto | Philippines | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2009–) |
Hal Sparks | United States | Treasure Mall (1988) |
Jerry Springer | United Kingdom / United States | Greed (2001), Baggage (2010–11) |
Susan Stafford | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1975–82) |
Tim Steeves | Canada | Game On (1998–99) |
Ben Stein | United States | Win Ben Stein's Money (1997–2003) |
Bill Stern | United States | Remember This Date (1950–51), Are You Positive (1952) |
Scott Sternberg | United States | Let's Go Back (1991–93) |
Dougal Stevenson | Australia / New Zealand | The Krypton Factor |
William G. Stewart | United Kingdom | Fifteen to One |
Teresa Strasser | United States | Lover's Lounge |
George Stroumboulopoulos | Canada / United States | The One: Making a Music Star (2006), Test the Nation (2010–present) |
Sandra Sully | Australia | Australia's Brainiest Kid (2005–present) |
Lisa Stahl-Sullivan | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1996–99) |
Marc Summers | United States | Double Dare/Super Sloppy Double Dare (1986–88), Couch Potatoes (1989), What Would You Do? (1991–93), Pick Your Brain (1993–94), History IQ (2000), WinTuition (2002–04) |
Jeff Sutphen | United States | BrainSurge (2009–11), 101 Ways to Leave a Game Show (2011), Figure It Out (2012–present) |
Lynn Swann | United States | To Tell The Truth (1990–91) |
Catherine Swing | Canada | Just Like Mom (1980–87) |
Red Symons | Australia | Shafted (2002) |
T
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Jimmy Tapp | Canada | Flashback (1966–68) |
Jimmy Tarbuck | United Kingdom | Full Swing (1997) |
Chris Tarrant | United Kingdom | Everybody's Equal (1989–91), Cluedo (1991), The Main Event (1993), Lose a Million (1993), Pop Quiz (1994), Man O Man (1996–99), Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? (1998–2013), Spelling Bee (2005), The Great Pretender (2007), It's Not What You Know (2008), The Colour Of Money (2009) |
Rip Taylor | United States | The $1.98 Beauty Show (1978-1980) |
Charles Templeton | Canada | Live a Borrowed Life (1959–62) |
Jan Tennant | Canada | Reach for the Top (1973–83) |
Alan Thicke | Canada | First Impressions (1970s), Animal Crack-Ups (1987–90), Pictionary (1997), All New 3s A Crowd (2000) |
Jeff Thisted | United States | Quiznation (2007), 100 Winners (2007) |
Wim Thoelke | Germany | Der große Preis |
Mark Thompson | United States | Hole in the Wall (2008–09) |
Larry Toffler | United States | Finders Keepers (1988–89) |
Selwyn Toogood | New Zealand | It's in the Bag (1950s–1980s) |
Peter Tomarken | United States | Hit Man (1983), Press Your Luck (1983–86), Bargain Hunters (1987), Wipeout (1988–89), Prime Games (1994–96), Paranoia (2000) |
Fred Travalena | United States | Anything For Money (1984–85) |
Ty Treadway | United States | Merv Griffin's Crosswords (2007–08) |
Alex Trebek | Canada / United States | Reach for the Top (1966–73), The Wizard of Odds (1973–74), High Rollers (1974–76 & 1978–80), Double Dare (1976–77), The $128,000 Question (1977–78), Pitfall (1981–82), Battlestars (1981–82 & 1983), Jeopardy! (1984–present), Classic Concentration (1987–91), Super Jeopardy! (1990) To Tell the Truth (1991) |
Edward Tudor-Pole | United Kingdom | The Crystal Maze (1993–95) |
Sheldon Turcott | Canada | TimeChase (1997–99) |
Ian Turpie | Australia | The Price Is Right, Press Your Luck, Supermarket Sweep |
U
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Hubert Urbański | Poland | Milionerzy (1999–2003; 2008–present) |
V
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Bobby Van | United States | Showoffs (1975), The Fun Factory (1976), Make Me Laugh (1979–80) |
J. Keith van Straaten | United States | Beat the Geeks (2001) |
Meredith Vieira | United States | Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (2002–13) |
Carol Vorderman | United Kingdom | Countdown (1982–2008) |
W
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Adam Wade | United States | Musical Chairs (1975) |
Jill Wagner | United States | Wipeout (2008–11, 2013–present) |
Mark L. Walberg | United States | Russian Roulette (2002–03), On The Cover (2004–05), The Moment of Truth (2008–09), The Game Plane (2014–present) |
Mal Walden | Australia | Jeopardy |
Roy Walker | United Kingdom | Catchphrase (1986–99) |
Mike Wallace | United States | Majority Rules (1949–50), Guess Again (1951), Who's the Boss (1954), The Big Surprise (1956–57), Who Pays? (1959) |
Pamela Wallin | Canada | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2000) |
Bradley Walsh | United Kingdom | The Midas Touch (1995), Wheel of Fortune (1997), Spin Star (2008–present), The Chase (2009–present), Odd One In (2010–present) |
Robin Ward | Canada / United States | To Tell the Truth (1980–81), Guess What (1983–87) |
Kirsty Wark | United Kingdom | The Book Quiz (2008) |
Patrick Wayne | United States | Tic-Tac-Dough (1990) |
Nick Weir | United Kingdom | Catchphrase (2000–02) |
Betty White | United States | Just Men! (1983) |
Jaleel White | United States | Total Blackout (2012–present) |
Vanna White | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1982–present) |
Richard Whiteley | United Kingdom | Countdown |
Mike Whitney | Australia | Gladiators, Who Dares Wins |
Dennis Wholey | United States | The Generation Gap (1969) |
Richard Wilkins | Australia | Keynotes (1992–93) |
Wendy Williams | United States | Love Triangle (2011) |
Austin Willis | Canada | QED (1960) |
Carnie Wilson | United States | The Newlywed Game (2009–10) |
Paul Winchell | United States | Runaround (1972–73) |
Gruntilda Winkybunion | United States | Grunty's Furnace Fun (1998) Tower of Tragedy (2000) |
Annie Wood | United States | Bzzz! (1996–97) |
Gene Wood | United States | Anything You Can Do (1971–72), Beat the Clock (1972–74) |
Edward Woodward | United Kingdom | Whodunnit? (1973) |
Chuck Woolery | United States | Wheel of Fortune (1975–81), Love Connection (1983–95), Scrabble (1984–90 & 1993), The Dating Game (1997–2000), Greed (1999–2000), Lingo (2002–07), Think Like a Cat (2008) |
Y
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Leonid Yakubovich | Russia | Pole Chudes (1991–) |
Scott Yaphe (Wink Yahoo) | Canada | Uh Oh! (1997–2003) |
Jomari Yllana | Philippines | Philippines' Scariest Challenge (2008–) |
Elwy Yost | Canada | The Superior Sex (1961) |
Michael Young | United States | Flamingo Fortune (1996–99) |
Stephen Young | Canada | Just Like Mom (1979–80) |
Z
Host | Country | Game show(s) hosted |
---|---|---|
Tania Zaetta | Australia | Who Dares Wins |
Sonja Zietlow | Germany | Der Schwächste fliegt!, Ich bin ein Star – Holt mich hier raus! |
References
- David Schwartz, Steve Ryan & Fred Wostbrock The Encyclopedia of TV Game Shows - 3rd Edition Checkmark Books ISBN 0-8160-3846-5
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